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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1957
Page
2
A 1857 piece reflects on how travelers loaded gear for a mountain trip, noting Father’s push to travel light clashes with Mother’s desire to bring a tent and supplies, expanding trunk space and volume beyond limits as households balance needs and wants.
Ten Frederick and Vico youths plus one Frederick female cadet completed a twelve day Civil Air Patrol encampment at Loring Air Force Base Maine. Cadets received aviation training and orientation on Air Force planes as part of CAP youth education.
The piece notes a brutal mid-winter day with temperatures ranging from plus 20 to minus 70 over two months, melting surface snow, hip boots required, and nearly buried buildings. It cites two ham radio contacts between American expeditions near the poles and mentions International Geophysical Year research efforts.
A visiting writer praises the Frederick City police after a corporal allowed parking on a closed street for the night during post 11 pm cleaning and trash collection. The note commends the department’s courtesy toward outsiders and thanks the officers for their hospitality.
Harold E. Stassen stated the United States will not permit Soviet aerial inspections until Russia clearly defines Asia’s role in its military plans. He cited three points raised by Valerian Zorin on air and ground system proposals and noted that including US bases in Africa and the Middle East would trigger difficult political questions.
A fire destroyed the barn on Daniel J. Eyler’s farm near LeGore, suspected arson, with hay, straw, a buggy and farming tools lost. Circuit Court terms for Frederick district drawn by Judge Motier include Tyervar Rosenstock Shafer and others. S. P. Appleman buys fourteen Braddock Heights lots to build a summer home. Brunswick townspeople elect three new council members, council now 4-2 for town interests, plan overhead railroad bridges.
Roberta D Wallace and Meredith W Cole were married at 3:30 p m on August 3 in a ceremony at Rev Ralph E White's residence attended by Mr and Mrs Charles Roberts. The couple's families are from this city and Shooks hawn and Sunnyside. A water line cut near Seventh Street Pike disrupted service for a single home in the Russell contracting project area.
Two colored men faced assault and battery charges after a Trial Magistrate Court proceeding. Bernard Fulton Ambush of Adamsstown was found guilty of assault and battery on Columbus Bryan near the local Colored American Legion outside the building. The case has been continued and appeals are to be taken to the circuit court.
Evangelist Billy Graham wrapped up the first 12 weeks of his New York crusade at Madison Square Garden. He urged that God has given New York City a vast opportunity and that all Christians will be judged for faithfulness. Last night drew 18 000 attendees, bringing the Garden total to 1 415 000. At Graham's call, 626 people went forward to make decisions for Christ, part of 43 010 decisions for the 12 week period.
Mr and Mrs Paut W Strive of Magnolia avenue announce the engagement of their daughter Roxanna Lee to Ronald Hamilton Tyervar, son of Mr and Mrs Frank Tyervar. Miss Strine studied at the Washington School for Secretaries and Frederick High School graduate. Mr Tyervar is a Fort Detrick employee and armed forces veteran. The wedding is set for November.
Mrs. Rtuby E. Davis returns home after visiting her mother in Fort Lauderdale Flat. Mrs. Lillie M. Couley of Dicker son and family noted. Louis Gardeer of Yellow Springs turns 61 on Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Potts announce birth of Louisa Potts at Frederick Memorial Hospital. birth weight eight pounds seven ounces. First daughter Claudia Clair Potts is nearly five. Michael Stuart Spence and Aliss Sallie Barton Spence visit grandmother Mrs. Irving M. Landauer and aunt Miss Sallie Kate Landauer at 605 Rosemont Ave. Family later returns to Charlottesville. Dr. and Mrs. J. Stuart Seitz of Glen Rock, Pa., join visit. Col. and Mrs. G. Raynor Gait, Miach and daughter Bess of Meridian, Miss., visit Mrs. Gaillard’s parents at Inverness Farm. Gail Nads to spend two weeks at Chevy Chase Club. Cal Gaillard on active duty at Pentagon. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Stine and son Gregory, Mrs. Lloyd Stine and Conard Baker, James Stevens of Myersville. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Beall and daughters Toni and Sharon of Damascus. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Williams and daughter Joan of Baltimore visit Maga-Vista Beach near Annapolis.
James Marlow analyzes how Northern and Southern Democrats navigated a civil rights bill in Congress. He notes Republicans backed the House bill while Southern Democrats demanded extensive changes, risking a party split and potential veto battles, with implications for future elections.
The piece recalls Senator Walter George of Georgia and President Roosevelt's 1938 purge attempt. It argues that pressuring dissenting lawmakers risks democracy, citing Eisenhower era debates and McCarthy/Wiley episodes, and notes the value of a broad, checks-and-balances political system. It ends with a boxing note from Chicago.
Water Superintendent William J. Davis mobilized crews about 3 p m to repair by pass lines starting on Seventh Street west of Detrick and moving toward Fourth Street. In a July 20 melee on South Bemz Street magistrate Shoemaker convicted Ambush for holding Bryant during an assault by Lewis Barnes, fining Ambush $30. Barnes was found not acting in self defense and fined $50 for assault and battery on Bryant. Barnes also jailed Ambush. Robert Ambush Dickerson was acquitted. appeals filed by Nikirk and Bennett. States Attorney Barrick led the state case.
The American Automobile Association reports that three of four pedestrians killed in 1957 were men. It attributes higher male risk taking and nocturnal walking to dangerous outcomes, noting women’s patience and traffic-light compliance. It also cites men’s darker clothing and lighter visibility under headlight beams.
Twenty years ago notes show Frank Suman sold the Monument business at 372 South Market Street a long time in operation since 1888. The Frederick Carroll boundary survey paused near Mt Airy to map a permanent county line with plans to extend to Parrs Spring. University of Maryland graduate Warren Evans chosen as Frederick High School coach succeeding Earl Widmrer. James F Zimmerman appointed mathematics and physical education teacher at Thurmont High. Duval Sneadner named English instructor at Brunswick. Arnold reunion drew about 18 descendants with Roy Huffer elected president.
Miss Patricia May daughter of Clarence and Mrs May Thurmons wed Michael Main son of Charles and Mrs Main Yellow Springs at Brook Hill Methodist Church July 26. Rev Harold Ammons officiated. Groom is a Navy ship's serviceman third class stationed at Cheltenham. They reside on West Second Street after a Virginia trip.
Frederick All-Stars entertain visitors from Delaware in a lively Little League game that blends local pride and fan humor. The piece highlights players like Seiching Mulcahey Wachter and Biehl Delauter Stine while noting luck, home crowds, and the prospect of district playoffs.
The All Playground Rhythm Band concert will be held in the Baker Park band shell Thursday at seven. Sponsored and judged by the business and professional Women's Clubs, the program features multiple park bands playing marches and lively tunes including Stars and Stripes Forever and Here Comes The Band. Mrs. Gwendalyn Benson conducts the event.
The Frederick Chamber of Commerce schedules August events at various venues including Rotary Picnic at Husky Park August 7 and Kiwanis Club picnic at Taylor Park August 2. Other events feature the Lions and Chamber picnics at Gambrill and Staley parks and the Morgan Horse Show at Frederick Fairgrounds. In 1954 URI offered free tuition in evening classes to men and women aged 10 or older.
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